Viltrox AF 35mm f/1.7 35mm
The f/1.7 aperture and 9-blade diaphragm deliver strong subject separation with smooth bokeh, making it a standout for APS-C portrait work at 170g. Its STM autofocus is quick and supports eye/face detection, while the lightweight build and minimal focus breathing add practical value for hybrid shooters. This lens is best for Fujifilm X portrait photographers and street shooters who prioritize a shallow depth of field and a discreet, travel-friendly form factor.
Focal length 35mm
Aperture f/1.7
Mount Fujifilm X
Weight 170 g
af type Autofocus
51 Overall Score
Price $179
Snapshot
Pros & Cons
Pros
- Strong bokeh (95th percentile) 95th
- Strong aperture (95th percentile) 95th
- Strong build (89th percentile) 89th
Cons
- Below average macro (14th percentile)
- Below average versatility (33rd percentile)
The proof
Performance
Specifications
Full Specifications
Optics
| Focal Length Min | 35 |
| Focal Length Max | 35 |
| Elements | 11 |
| Groups | 9 |
Aperture
| Max Aperture | f/1.7 |
| Min Aperture | f/16 |
| Diaphragm Blades | 9 |
Build
| Mount | Fujifilm X |
| Weight | 0.2 kg / 0.4 lbs |
| Filter Thread | 52 |
AF & Stabilization
| AF Type | Autofocus |
| Stabilization | No |
Focus
| Max Magnification | 1:7.7 |
vs Competition
| Spec | Viltrox AF 35mm f/1.7 35mm | Tamron Di III 28-75mm f/2.8 VXD G2 | Nikon NIKKOR Z DX 16-50mm f/3.5-6.3 VR | Panasonic LUMIX S S-R2060 | Sigma Art 28mm f/1.4 DG HSM Art | Fujifilm XC XC13-33mm F3.5-6.3f OIS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Focal Length | 35mm | 28-75mm | 16-50mm | 20-60mm | 28mm | 13-33mm |
| Max Aperture | f/1.7 | f/2.8 | f/3.5 | f/3.5 | f/1.4 | f/3.5 |
| Mount | Fujifilm X | Sony E | Nikon Z | L-Mount | Nikon F | Fujifilm X |
| Stabilization | false | false | true | false | false | true |
| Weather Sealed | false | true | false | true | true | false |
| Weight (g) | 170 | 540 | 135 | 350 | 865 | 132 |
| AF Type | Autofocus | VXD | Stepping Motor | stepping motor | HSM | STM |
| Lens Type | - | zoom | zoom | zoom | prime | standard-zoom |
| Compare | Compare | Compare | Compare | Compare |
| Product | AF | Bokeh | Build | Macro | Optical | Aperture | Versatility | Stabilization |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Viltrox AF 35mm f/1.7 35mm | 53.8 | 95.3 | 89.1 | 13.5 | 50.1 | 94.9 | 33.3 | 37.8 |
| Tamron Di III 28-75mm f/2.8 VXD G2 Compare | 53.8 | 87.2 | 70.2 | 86.9 | 88.8 | 84.4 | 77.9 | 37.8 |
| Nikon NIKKOR Z DX 16-50mm f/3.5-6.3 VR Compare | 87.4 | 75.6 | 92.5 | 44.3 | 73.8 | 77.7 | 82.9 | 95.3 |
| Panasonic LUMIX S S-R2060 Compare | 87.4 | 85.3 | 82.5 | 66.8 | 78.3 | 77.7 | 81.4 | 37.8 |
| Sigma Art 28mm f/1.4 DG HSM Art Compare | 53.8 | 96.9 | 49.7 | 74.5 | 97 | 96.7 | 33.3 | 37.8 |
| Fujifilm XC XC13-33mm F3.5-6.3f OIS Compare | 87.4 | 85.3 | 93 | 47.9 | 78.3 | 77.7 | 77.5 | 93.4 |
Price
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